Explosive Device Found in Franconia area Home

Franconia
Police District – Police responded to a report of a suspicious device
that was found in a townhouse in the 6500 block of Gildar Street around
6:30 p.m. on Monday, March 5.

The
device, described as an unusual looking box with tape and wires, was
found by a cleaning crew. Police were called and summoned the Explosive
Ordnance Disposal Unit who responded, removed the device from the home
and rendered it safe.

The
home is currently vacant and for sale. Police are continuing the
investigation.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Crime Solvers by phone at
1-866-411-TIPS/8477, e-mail at www.fairfaxcrimesolvers.org
or text “TIP187” plus your message to CRIMES/274637 or call Fairfax
County Police at 703-691-2131.

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